1963 Opel Rekord vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 864 kg more than 1963 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Opel Rekord | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Rekord | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3246 mm |
